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The Best Tile Color for a Small Bathroom
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The best tile color for a small bathroom can make a huge difference in how spacious the bathroom will feel. And obviously you want a tile color that fits your interior style.
When you are renovating your bathroom you want to pick the right tiles. Both the tile design and the color of the tiles is an important step in your bathroom renovation.
But when you’re designing a small bathroom, this choice of tile color becomes even more important. You want your bathroom to feel fresh and as spacious as possible.
What is the best tile color for a small bathroom?
The go-to tile color for a small bathroom is of course white. White always makes a room look bigger and it also give a fresh look. But this post will show you that you can choose a large range of tile colors for your small bathroom. And you will see that you don’t have to be afraid to use a dark tile color in your tiny bathroom.
White tiles
White tiles are still the most popular tile color choice, especially for small bathrooms. A light tile color will make your tiny bathroom feel bigger and brighter.
Especially when you have little to no natural light coming into your bathroom, will a white tile be a classic and right choice.
photo: Anders BergstedtThis what I call a teeny tiny bathroom. But the white subway tiles give the bathroom a fresh look.
photo: Abigail GreenWhen you think white is a bit boring, you can bring some nature to your bathroom with plants.
photo: Mark ZeidlerThe subway tiles are put in vertical to add more lenght to the small bathroom. The light grey tiles on the floor add a little contrast.
If you don’t want to go for an all-white look in your small bathroom, you can opt for black and white floor tiles for a bit of contrast (you can also use a color for the floor tiles, which you will see later on in this post).
In these two bathrooms they only tiled the bathrooms halfway, so you can still add another color to your bathroom. Or go for a monochrome look as you can see in these two examples (photos: Tony Colangelo & houseofbeau13)
Grey tiles
When you wan’t a little bit more warmth to your bathroom, but you still want to use a neutral tile color, then you can chose a grey tile. Grey gives a bathroom a luxurious and still a light look.
design: Farlam & Chandler and photo: The Modern HouseMaybe you think grey is boring. But when you add some interesting design features you get a unique bathroom look. As you can see here with the ribbed glass wall an ribbed bathroom sink.
photo: VasastansmäklarnaOr chose interesting patterns in your grey tilework for a unique grey bathroom.
photo: The Design VillaLuxurious ligh grey tiles with brass fittings and wood to add warmth.
photo: The StablesGlossy gray tiles (by Di Lorenzo) with a wooden cabinet equals a beautiful small bathroom.
Dark gray tiles also work in a small bathroom. A glossy gray tile is best because it also reflects light. In the bathroom above, the dark gray wall tiles and gray vanity and toilet are combined with black, white, and yellow floor tiles to add a brighter touch.
Blue tiles
A small bathroom with blue tiles will work splendidly. You might think that you have to opt for a light blue tiles. But a dark blue will also look beautiful in a tiny bathroom.
photo: El MuebleThis bathroom give a nature vibe. Not only because of the beautiful light blue tiles but also by that large window in the shower.
photo: Jess IsaacInterior stylist & blogger Emily Henderson created this small blue bathroom. She used the Ogee Drop tiles in Crater Lake by Fireclay Tile.
We go a bit darker with these blue tiles combined with grey floor tiles.
And even darker with these blue tiles in Hotel Villa Ivy in Salzburg.
When you go for a darker tile color in a small bathroom, then pcking a glossy tile can help in making it feel less dark (because the gloss reflects light)
See also: 40 Small Bathroom Ideas + Tips To Make A Small Bathroom Look Bigger
Pink tiles
Everything looks good in pink and that includes a bathroom. I feel as if a light pink shade is almost becoming a new neutral. And pink tiles give a cheerful, light and colorful look to a bathroom.
photo: Three Birds RenovationsVertical pink tiles make this small bathroom look higher than it is. And the floor tiles have a range of color from blue to pink giving a nice effect.
photo: StokperdWhen an all-pink bathroom is too much for you, then why not add pink floor tiles? And adding a nice geometric design to the tiles give the small room a fun look.
Green tiles
Green is hot. You might have noticed it already, but the color green is absolutely trending right now. And that doesn’t end with the color of your walls.
Green tiles will give your small bathroom a more natural look.
Jungalow’s Justina Blakeney added these blue/green tiles to her bathroom for a boho natural look. She used the Tidewater tile by Fireclay Tiles.
Green and pink tones in this small IKEA bathroom. What a fun look!
photo: livforinteriorsGreen hexagon tiles combined with industrial steel framed door.
If you prefer your bathroom a bit moodier but still natural, you can opt for dark green tiles. As I mentioned above, its a good idea to chose a glossy tile when you go for dark in a small bathroom (photos: The Mozart Hotel, Pinterest & woodsintothewoods)
Black tiles
Yes, you can choose black tiles for a small bathroom. A dark color will give a rich look to a bathroom. But when you chose a dark tile color it is important that you pay good attention to the lighting.
As with the dark green tiles we’ve seen above, it is best to chose a glossy tile. You can see in the bathroom below that even though the tiles are black.
The finish they used on these tiles reflect the natural light streaming into the bathroom.
Even though they used black tiles in this bathroom, it doesn’t feel dark at all. The light floor obviously helps, but also the fact that they didn’t tile this bathroom all the way to the ceiling. The white border adds a fresh and light touch to this tiny New York bathroom.
photo: Dan DoranAnother example of black and white in a tiny bathroom. The white tiles above bring enough light to this tiny room that you don’t have to be afraid of the black tiles.
See also: 50 amazing black bathroom ideas
Colorful floor tiles
When colorful wall tiles in a bathroom scares you, then you can always opt for a color touch on the floor. With white wall tiles your bathroom will look fresh, light but still colorful.
photo: Chris SnookWhite subway tiles combined with pink & white floor tiles. The floor tiles add such a lively colorful touch to this tiny bathroom.
Another pink floor added to a small bathroom. The white walls adds enough lighness that you can go a bit bolder for the floor tiles.
I hope this post inspired you to go for color in your small bathroom renovation. The tile color of your tiny bathroom can make a huge difference to how your bathroom looks. But whether you want light or dark tiles, when you have a small bathroom you can chose both!
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Our small bathroom tile ideas come in handy if you don't have much room to work with but want to create impact.
Tiles are a must-have in the battle to keep bathroom splashes contained, and they're also the ideal way to inject a hefty dose of personality into the smallest of spaces, too.
Luckily, we have plenty of bathroom ideas up our sleeve to help you along.
Often decorated by famous designers, the bathrooms in glamorous hotels and restaurants are also rich hunting grounds for clever and unusual tiling ideas. Even the most bijou bathroom tile ideas can take your breath away and leave you longing for a similar look at home.
While there are no tiles designed specifically for small bathrooms, there are still plenty of ways that tiles can be utilised to get more from a small space. The tile industry is very led by bathroom trends, so you’ll need to select carefully to achieve individuality. And, more crucially, choose a design you won’t quickly grow tired of.
Small bathroom tile ideas
Find inspirational small bathroom tile ideas and expert advice to help you plan your next project. We have both bathroom wall tile ideas and bathroom floor tile ideas to help you create an inspiring space.
1. Use neutral textures to create a calm space
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Using white bathroom tile ideas is one of those tricks for boosting space in tiny bathrooms.
However, use white-only and you will have a soulless space. Instead, introduce texture with tiles and other materials.
‘We wanted to keep the bathroom calm and serene,’ says interior designer Angus Reid of Angus Reid Projects . ‘We used a variety of materials: glossy terrazzo floor tiles, slubby French linen blind, a raw oak milking stool and an amazingly moody photograph of a turbulent sea. This mixture of textures along with the calming palette create an interesting, yet inviting, space to relax and unwind.’
2. Be bold with floor tiles for small bathrooms
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A monochrome scheme is always classic, but this one is given a lift with the choice of contemporary fittings from Vipp including a wall-hung vanity module in powder coated stainless steel with rubber plated handles. The black floor featuring tiles from fellow Danish design company, Made a Mano provides crisp contrast.
3. Use small bathroom tile ideas to create zones
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‘We wanted to give this ensuite boldness and character, so we designed a graphic marble mosaic,’ says interior designer Pernille Lind of Pernille Lind Studio .
‘It creates a strong yet elegant effect, bordered in black marble to contrast with the light timber floorboards of the bedroom area.’
The Tumbled Blocks mosaic tile is made from three types of Greek marble: Thassos White, Kavala Grey and Edessa Black. It comes on 11 13/16 x 11.13/16 inch (30 x 30cm) net sheets, designed to be easy to install, all from Pernille Lind Studio.
4. Add a modern penny tile
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Small bathroom tile ideas are most successful when they're subtle. The rectangular shape and off-white color of these Kasama glazed porcelain mosaic tiles from Claybrook adds architectural interest and quiet contemporary detail to this room design. Their textured effect is enhanced by contrast with the smooth wall painted in deep Caffeine Boost emulsion, also by Claybrook.
5. Use one-tone tile in different formats
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If you are looking for shower tile ideas for small spaces, these small bathroom tile ideas above are a masterclass in getting it right.
This shower has an inviting feel, created by the choice of tiles from the same softly neutral color palette, in different formats used to add interest and sophisticated detail.
Natural stone Keystone Cirrus wall tiles are teamed with Parramore Fading Field custom mosaic on the back wall, with the cocooning effect enhanced by Keystone Thassos marble mosaic on both the floor and ceiling. All products are by Waterworks .
6. Bold and colorful small bathroom tile ideas
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A wet room can be the best solution in a small space; losing the shower screen leaves the whole room visible. However, wet room ideas require serious tanking, which can easily lead to tile overload.
In this Moroccan-inspired wet room, water-resistant polished plaster was color-matched to the emerald green encaustic shower tiles to create a cozy, cocooning effect.
‘We used the tiles only where needed to protect the walls and floors where they come into direct contact with water,’ explains Malcolm Abela Sciberras, interior designer, Rebirth at Cuschieri Architects .
7. Create optical illusions
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Taking bathroom floor tiles up the walls, or in this case up the tub panel, blurs the boundaries between floor and walls to create the illusion of a bigger space.
Here, Day True has deliberately mismatched the tile’s pattern direction to effectively conceal the juncture where horizontal meets vertical and make the bathroom appear longer.
Do check the tiles you like are suitable for both floor and wall use. Some floor tiles can be too heavy to adhere safely to vertical surfaces, while wall tiles may crack underfoot.
8. Consider a whole new shape
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Shape can prove just as effective as pattern when it comes to making a statement with tiles. Hexagons and fish-scale shaped tiles are still popular tile trends, but circular mosaics are a classic that somehow manages to look timeless and on-trend.
‘Penny tiles are small and sweet, and offer a modern twist on classic square mosaics, while retaining that luxe look mosaics will always offer,’ says Hamish Smith, Creative Director at Ca’ Pietra .
‘They look great popped in a recess near the tub or shower but for maximum impact in a small bathroom, go floor-to-ceiling with a fabulous accent wall.’
9. Try changing direction
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For marble bathroom ideas, the direction of the vein pattern can have a big impact in a small room. In this sophisticated ensuite idea, David Collins Studio went for a classical book-matched pattern.
‘Like a trompe l’oeil, it makes the space appear larger and is a technique synonymous with luxury that elevates the marble to a unique piece of art,’ says associate director, Siobhan Kelly.
Mother of pearl mosaics were added around the vanity area to provide variation and further enhance the delicate features of the natural stone. Running the marble vein pattern horizontally can make a narrow room feel wider, while vertical veining improves the sense of height.
Always do a dry run if possible; lay the tiles out to find the most natural vein connections across tiles, then number each one before installing.
10. Keep it clear
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When it comes to small bathroom bathroom tile ideas, it’s no secret that the more flooring left on show, the more spacious your bathroom will appear. Here, Spanish interior designer Miriam Barrio has drawn all attention to the floor by using bold geometric tiles in an otherwise neutral scheme.
‘Wall hung toilets and vanity units are hugely effective in opening up floor space to pave the way for eye-catching tiles,’ says Emma Joyce, brand manager at Victoria+ Albert Baths . ‘Opting for a freestanding bathtub can also be an intelligent design solution. Unlike built-in tubs, the flooring, and daylight, flows underneath.’
11. Wrap it up
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Embrace your creative side and give plain tiles a new lease of life, as Carden Cunietti brilliantly demonstrates in this fun family bathroom.
‘We loved the idea of being in the pattern not just standing upon it and that’s why the graphic pattern continues up the walls and on to the ceiling,’ explains director Audrey Carden.
Other creative ideas for plain tiles include creating an ‘ombre’ effect by diffusing the color from dark to light as you tile up the wall and using monochrome mosaics to add words or rug-effect patterns underfoot.
12. Go big on pattern
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Choosing small bathroom tile ideas with outsized pattern may sound like a bad idea for bathroom backsplashes, but actually the unexpected polarity of scale can pack a powerful punch. Targeted behind a key feature, like a freestanding bathtub, it only takes a few square metres to make a small bathroom memorable.
‘Patterned tiles are brilliant for creating eye-catching feature walls,’ says Jane Addis, New Products & Design Manager at Original Style .
Taking the tiles from floor-to-ceiling will effectively mimic the look of wallpaper, serving to soften the hard edges of sanitaryware. ‘Go for large format tiles if possible; fewer grout lines will provide a more seamless finish,’ adds Jane.
13. Use the lines
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When considering darker gray bathroom tile ideas, be aware that using grout lines to add pattern without overpowering can prove very effective in small spaces. Here, Waterworks has switched tile direction to shake up a classic brickwork installation, without going overboard.
The results are interesting but still beautifully timeless. The decorative impact of the grout itself shouldn’t be overlooked. Go for a dramatic black or slice of color to really make tiles stand out.
14. Create a colorful accent wall
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A colorful tiled accent wall at the end of a small bathroom will draw the eye through, ensuring every inch gets noticed. ‘Color is being embraced in small bathrooms in a big way right now,’ enthuses designer Katie Agombar from West One Bathrooms.
‘Patterned tiles are a really effective way to introduce color, which can then be picked up on accessories, towels and even sanitary ware.
Colors such as dark green, pastel blue and pale pink teamed with gray bathroom tile ideas are particularly popular. Combine with brass and black accents for a contemporary and sophisticated palette.’
15. Use tiles to pull focus
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Tiles can be used as a tool to draw attention away from awkward architecture, as Cherie Lee Interiors demonstrates in this modern loft bathroom. ‘If the ceiling is sloping or the walls have awkward alcoves, using patterned or intricate tiles on vertical surfaces will often exacerbate the issue,’ she explains.
‘Whereas on the floor, boldly patterned tiles, or plain subway bathroom tiles laid in an interesting geometric pattern like these, creates a horizontal focal point, allowing problematic walls to fade into the background.’
16. Consider suitability first
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'Before you start looking at what you want the tiles to look like, it’s important to check the tiles are best suited to a bathroom environment,' says Hamish Smith of Ca' Pietra.
'So make sure you check the following: Are the tiles right for walls or floors? Do they work with underfloor heating? If you are going for a wet room then underfloor heating will be essential to dry the space quickly.
'If you adore a tile but it isn’t advisable to use it on the floor (and that’s where you planned to lay it) then unfortunately you'll have to steer clear.
'Finally, make sure the slip-rating is adequate enough for the room, you don’t want little feet slipping on tiles post bath-time.'
17. Half-tile in a bold color
For similar tiles try Bazaar Moss Green, Ca' Pietra
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When it comes to picking bathroom color ideas, Hamish Smith says there's no need to shy away from intense tile color in a small bathroom:
'Embrace the lack of light or a narrow space by using a deep green tile with a rich, reflective glaze. Adding green, in its many forms, connects us to nature, creating a soothing and cocooning space.
Used on the walls, this timeless and sophisticated green creates a cosy and enveloping atmosphere. A lighter color on the floors or ceiling will balance the dark tone.'
Fixing the tiles to waist height and using a lighter color above will make the room feel taller.
18. Create a splash with terrazzo
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Terrazzo bathrooms are very much en vogue, but which to choose – small or large format? Our advice is: for impact, choose large format tiles with a large pattern; for more reticent schemes, choose a smaller repeat pattern.
It's worth noting that the wall tiles in this splendid bathroom have plenty of texture but are otherwise plain, to let the flooring stay the focus.
19. Create a focal point with natural stone
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Small bathroom tile ideas can be allowed to steal the show while still being incredibly subtle. One way to do this is to choose really beautiful natural stone, as in the bathroom above.
'Natural stone remains a firm favorite of mine for use in small bathrooms, not least because there is such a huge range of colors, textures and sizes available,' says Ella Small, Director at Mandarin Stone . 'You can choose to tile the entire bathroom with the same product on both walls and floor to give a greater feeling of space and connectivity.'
20. Use small bathroom tile ideas to boost color
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Just because you're limited on space doesn't mean that small bathroom tile ideas are in limited supply, too. Smaller bathrooms, from ensuites and wet rooms, to simple compact family bathrooms, don't automatically have to be a plain white room to get the feeling of space.
Adding color and pattern won't necessarily make a small space feel smaller either – chosen carefully, they can often give the space a cocooning, rather cramped feel.
What size tiles look best in a small bathroom?
If you're unsure what size tiles will look best in a small bathroom, we've got you covered.
In any small space, paring back visual distractions can help achieve a calmer atmosphere. This is where large format tiles excel. Fewer grout lines provide a cleaner aesthetic. They are literally cleaner, too, as there are fewer opportunities for bacteria to hide.
Large format tiles work particularly well where large areas need tiling, such as in the shower or on floors. For smaller areas like the space between basin and mirror, daintier tiles can provide decorative focus.
What color tiles make a small bathroom look bigger?
Did you know that certain color tiles can make a small bathroom look bigger?
‘The trick is to look for light-reflecting surfaces such as polished marble, glass and metallics. They will instantly make the bathroom appear larger. They’ll also look so glamorous and eye-catching that they’ll draw attention away from the size of the room,’ says Fired Earth ’s creative director, Colin Roby-Welford.
‘While gleaming white tiles are a failsafe choice, creating a spacious and airy feel, bolder colors can work really well, too.
Iridescent, jewel-toned glass or shimmering metallic mosaics will enhance the impression of light in a compact bathroom, opening up the space.’
Should I use patterned tiles in a small bathroom?
We love the use of patterned tiles in a small bathroom. But, unless you’re trying to make a strong impact, it is smart to think about scale and balance. A little bit of pattern can go a long way in a compact space.
‘A subtle way of using wall-to-wall pattern in a compact space is to opt for patterned mosaics such as hexagons or scallops in pared-back palettes,’ suggests Roby-Welford. Restricting the use of strong patterned tiles to below dado height will also reduce their dominance, especially if you paint or tile the wall above in plain, pale colors.
Should you fully tile a small bathroom?
Fully tiling a small bathroom has its upsides and downsides. The upsides first: it will make the room incredibly practical. This is vital if ventilation is poor or if you have a shower or wet room, plus you can add plenty of texture, color and pattern with tile.
The downsides: fully tiling a small bathroom can make it feel more enclosed and cold, plus it limits your choice of personalization, such as artwork that you might like to hang.
Linda graduated from university with a First in Journalism, Film and Broadcasting. Her career began on a trade title for the kitchen and bathroom industry, and she has worked for Homes & Gardens, and sister-brands Livingetc, Country Homes & Interiors and Ideal Home, since 2006, covering interiors topics, though kitchens and bathrooms are her specialism.
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Even a tiny room can be made visually pleasing and airy - the right tile plays almost the leading role in this
What you need to consider when choosing tiles for the bathroom, said the head of the Studio "Cozy apartment » Natalia Preobrazhenskaya.
Natalya Preobrazhenskaya
architect-designer
Regular INMYROOM contributor, head of the interior studio "Uyutnaya Kvartira"
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Tile size Choose a medium sized tile. Too large elements in a small room will look inharmonious and cumbersome. In addition, for large tiles, you need to more accurately align the walls - this takes up additional space.
A small tile can visually “eat up” the space, especially if contrasting grout is used for the joints. Mosaic tiles look advantageous in a small bathroom if they are very small and not very contrasting: then they create a general background and practically do not affect the visual geometry. nine0007
2. Color
Light-colored tiles in a small bathroom are a great solution, but not the only alternative. If you are a supporter classic options, feel free to choose beige, milky, bluish tiles.
And if you want something more interesting, you don't have to lay out the whole bathroom in beige. In a room without natural light, the effect of light tones is not too noticeable. Therefore, you can diversify the tiles with ornaments or choose darker or brighter shades.
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3. Matt or glossy?
Opt for glossy textures. smooth and shiny, mirror tiles due to glare will make the space a small bathroom a little more airy. Best of all, it will look like stripes, but not around the entire perimeter, but along one or two walls.
Here only one “but”: tiles with a glossy texture require a little more frequent care, as water stains or handprints are visible on it.
4. Plain or patterned?
Drawings and ornaments within one tile will look advantageous even in a small bathroom.
A pattern assembled from several tiles according to the panel principle will be take on too much attention and, as it were, reduce the whole room to one point, which is disadvantageous for a tiny bathroom. This approach is better use only in a narrow and elongated bathroom to correct geometry. Also not too suitable as an ornament contrasting vertical stripe. nine0003
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Installation method laying - straight, without offset. This styling is suitable for any room, but from a design point view, it's boring.
When laying tiles diagonally or sideways (with shifting the next row by half), you can achieve the depth of space, but rather this applies specifically to floor tiles. If you use a rectangular tile, lay it vertically: despite the fact that in the horizontal version it can slightly "push" the walls bathroom, in reality it will not look very harmonious. nine0003
Illustrations: design projects by Uyutnaya Kvartira studio.
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Which tile to choose for a small bathroom, tile that expands the space
If you can’t really turn around with the layout and choice of equipment in a tight space, is it worth limiting your creative imagination when choosing ceramics? It would seem that there are so many tiles that the eyes run wide: both geometry and a huge range of sizes from mosaics and classics 10x10 cm to large-format almost meter-long slabs, bricks and squares, polygons, architectural tiles.
We are not talking about colors - everything your heart desires: from monochrome glaze to the latest advances in digital printing. nine0003
Créateurs d'Intérieur Nimes
The only question that may arise in this regard is how not to visually reduce the already small space with the help of tiles. And it is better, somehow to visually enlarge it. Is it realistic in principle: to expand a small bathroom with tiles, and if so, which tiles to choose for a small bathroom?
THE WORD OF EXPERTS…
- Tasya Zaitseva, designer at DaDa-studio;
- Daria Trofimova, interior designer; nine0082
- Tatyana Kuzmina, co-owner of Jazzberry interiors studio;
- Alexandra Pobedinskaya, representative of the ceramics factory Marca Corona;
- Elena Shaldina, Vatra-Keramika architects and designers manager.
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1. Light colors expand - dark colors narrow space?
Indeed, designers most often recommend light-colored tiles for a small bathroom.
Tasya: "We have a rule - do not use dark tiles." nine0003
Elena: "Light tiles visually expand the space."
When choosing a tone within one shade, designers advise choosing the lightest, muted version as possible. The same goes for color combinations: “If you want to combine several tile colors in a small bathroom, choose combinations of light shades, they will visually increase the space,” advises Daria.
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2. No black in a small bathroom?
It depends on how much black and on which surface it is applied. “There are many theories on color. Light colors give more space, there is something to breathe, dark colors muffle, conceal. You can play on the contrast, make a white wall, and then (suddenly) introduce, for example, a black ceiling into the interior.
Then already this ceiling lengthens, stretches, the effect of infinity is obtained, ”Alexander shares her opinion. nine0003
Black floor tiles? Why not (we see a spectacular example in the interior of a small bathroom in the photo). But choosing black and dark tiles for the walls of a tiny bathroom is probably not worth it.
Tasya: “In the last project we used white tiles 20x20 cm and made a black glossy ceiling. The dark color was added, but a little bit, the niche in the bathroom was also black, and also the dark ceiling. But the whole space was perceived as white due to the white walls.”
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Mila Kolpakova
Perhaps the combination of white and a different color in a small bathroom runs the risk of being too boring. Where it is more correct to play on color combinations.
However, the designers warn: “There is no need to use many different sizes and colors of tiles on three or four square meters of a bathroom.
A pair of shades and a pair of formats is the perfect combination. Use decor if necessary. You can lay out the walls and floor with tiles of the same color and even the same format. Due to this uniformity, the room will appear wider, and the ceilings higher. If desired, even the ceiling can be made in the same color as the walls and floor, ”advises Tatyana. nine0003
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4. Which tile to choose: monotonous or colorful?
There is no universal rule. To say that tiles in a small bathroom should be nondescript and draw as little attention to themselves as possible is a big mistake.
When the room appeared as a result of combining the former bathroom and toilet, the inevitable feature of the layout is extra corners. And just colorful tiles help to dissolve these planning flaws.
Fact: Look at the photo. You probably did not notice the niche by the mirror until we drew your attention to it.
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5. How to add accents?
Designers know several tricks, but they all boil down to one thing - color or texture must be used pointwise and locally, otherwise the whole idea is lost. nine0003
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LORRAINE COLSON | Architecte d'Intérieur
- Accent wall
Elena: “If you select a wall, then one, and make the rest neutral. You can decorate everything in one color or add somewhere a local zone of bright paint, a different tile or even a mosaic - it looks very good. We play on the texture or color and divert attention from the small size of the room.
Tatyana Kuzmina
- Accent floor
On the contrary, you can make neutral walls and a bright floor - it will take all the attention.
It's important not to overdo it. It's like with an evening dress: either a neckline or a mini length, but not all at once.
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6. Expanding space: large or small tiles?
It all depends on your personal preferences - you can work with any size. nine0003
Tatyana: “If you are a lover of small tiles, it is better to choose a plain one so as not to break the walls due to the multitude of colors. Choose, for example, a light-colored boar tile, due to a single color, it will collect the room. And on the floor, on the contrary, take either with a bright medium-sized ornament, or just a saturated color.
DaDa-studio
Elena: “My opinion is that in order for a small space not to beat due to seams, tiles should be large-format. But many are afraid to put such tiles in the bathrooms. Firstly, in the recent past, the choice was limited to a couple of sizes, so the large size is unusual for the eye.
Secondly, they are afraid of a large amount of waste from cutting (the price of finishing will increase). There is an excellent solution to both objections - the visualization of the project. We calculate in advance and show how the tile will be located, what the trim will be. It is quite possible to avoid a big pruning.” nine0003
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Daria: “Large-format tiles are easier to install. Another plus - fewer seams - easier cleaning.
Alexandra: “It's better to choose the grout tone on tone, then it will merge with the stove, you will get the effect of a single space. It is more profitable to use retificates, with them the seam will be minimal.
Tatiana: “It makes sense to choose large tile formats, for example, 30x60 cm, for the walls of a small room. They will give the same effect as a large chest of drawers or an armchair in a small room - they will immediately increase it. But it is important that the tiles are laid horizontally, the horizontal stripes will visually expand the space.
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Anna Kokovashina | Studio "Laboratory DESIGN"
Alexandra: "Now it's fashionable when you have a single floor in your apartment. In Russia, it’s like: one in the kitchen, another in the bathroom, a third in the bedroom - you get a kind of “patches” that narrow the room. And now imagine that for each such “patch” you also have your own wall color, your own space design - not an apartment, but a complete patchwork.
I would like to tell you that new collections of tiles are now made multi-textured. Within the framework of one format and one pattern or pattern, it is easy to maintain a single concept for the entire room. For example, the entrance area - with an anti-slip surface, then a matte surface in the corridor. The same plate, but the texture is different, here the flu is no longer needed (we have already changed into slippers). We smoothly move into the living room, there is a glossy surface that enhances the effect of the depth of the floor.
But in the kitchen, gloss is no longer needed: there are spots and drops - you can again make a matte surface. And on the balcony we again have anti-slip. So a single tile throughout the apartment flows smoothly from one space to another. nine0003
Condovate Interiors Inc.
7. Which tile is better for a small bathroom: classic or informal?
Alexandra: “Squares and rectangles are all visible, they emphasize the geometry of space. But irregular shapes can distort the perception of the room.”
Daria: “A wall with hexagonal or three-dimensional tiles will immediately attract attention and become a spectacular interior accent. You no longer need to additionally decorate the surface with borders or inserts. However, the room, from floor to ceiling, completely covered with such tiles, will become intrusive, overloaded. nine0003
Elena: “Relief, three-dimensional tiles should only be used as decoration.
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DaDa-studio
8. Which tile expands the space: gloss or mat?
Alexandra: "If the gloss is full, it will deepen the space."
Daria: “Glossy and mirror surfaces of tiles reflect light well — the room will appear lighter and more spacious.”
CM Natural Designs
9. How to lay tiles in a small bathroom: horizontally or vertically? nine0077
Tasya: “It's not important, it all depends on the bathroom, on the layout method, and what effect should be achieved. Not always the same proportions in the bathroom. Therefore, it all depends on the size of the walls. Something needs to be visually lengthened, something shortened. Suppose one wall is very small, and the other is long, of course, it would not be desirable to lay horizontally along a long wall, even more stretching this, so to speak, wagon.
Daria: “A rectangular tile, laid out horizontally, visually expands the space.
